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Katsuji 一二 – Japanese unisex given name
Katsuji (一二) is read かつじ and has 3 syllables. It is used for both boys and girls. Written as 一二, the characters mean: one + two. This reading can be written with at least 24 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 3 to 20 strokes in total.
How to write Katsuji in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 一二 | かつじ | one + two | 3 |
| 一治 | かつじ | one + reign | 9 |
| 勝二 | かつじ | victory + two | 14 |
| 一次 | かつじ | one + next | 7 |
| 勝治 | かつじ | victory + reign | 20 |
| 勝次 | かつじ | victory + next | 18 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Katsuji
Katsuji in different scripts
| Romaji | Katsuji |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | かつじ |
| Katakana | カツジ |
| Kanji (most common) | 一二 |
Full name examples
- Katsuji Yuki (Japanese order: 結城一二, ゆうき かつじ)
- Katsuji Kono (Japanese order: 河野一二, こうの かつじ)
- Katsuji Maki (Japanese order: 牧一二, まき かつじ)
How to pronounce Katsuji
Break it into 3 parts: ka · tsu · ji. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 3 sound units are written かつじ.
Questions about Katsuji
What does Katsuji mean in Japanese?
Katsuji has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 一二, combines these meanings: one + two. Other spellings include 一治 (one + reign), 勝二 (victory + two), 一次 (one + next).
How do you write Katsuji in kanji?
The most common way is 一二 (かつじ). It can also be written 一治, 勝二, 一次, 勝治, 勝次.
How do you write Katsuji in katakana?
Katsuji is カツジ in katakana and かつじ in hiragana.
Is Katsuji a boy or girl name?
Katsuji is used for both boys and girls.
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